Shakiba Amiri
Job Title: Interior Designer
Areas of Expertise: Interior Design, Kitchen Design, Quartz Worktops
Shakiba Amiri is an accomplished architect, interior designer, and product specialist with over 7 years of hands-on industry experience. Having worked extensively across residential and commercial design firms, including Farazin and Sdstudio, she specialises in spatial planning, sustainable interior design, and bespoke kitchen architecture. At MonoLux Worktops, Shakiba combines her deep technical office and construction experience with structural design principles. She helps homeowners navigate the technical details of kitchen layouts, from complex sink recess cut-outs and draining grooves to edge profile fabrications. Her articles bridge the gap between high-end architectural vision and practical stone implementation.
Posts by Shakiba Amiri
Which Calacatta Quartz Looks Most Like Real Marble?
Not all Calacatta quartz looks convincingly natural. Some marble-effect worktops have realistic depth, flowing veining, and softer movement that closely...
Are Gold-Veined Quartz Worktops Still in Trend?
Gold-veined quartz worktops are still one of the strongest luxury kitchen trends in the UK — but the style has...
Best Kitchen Cabinet Colours for Calacatta Quartz (2026 Trends)
The best kitchen cabinet colours for Calacatta depend entirely on highlighting the stone’s bold, dramatic veining without overwhelming the space....
Is Calacatta Quartz Too Bold for Small Kitchens?
When comparing different Calacatta quartz colours, many homeowners assume they only suit large kitchens. In reality, lighter marble-effect designs can...
Calacatta vs Carrara Quartz: What’s the Real Difference?
The fundamental difference between Calacatta and Carrara quartz comes down entirely to their veining patterns and background tones.
Carrara Quartz:...
Calacatta Quartz Worktops: Why Gold-Veined Surfaces Are Dominating Luxury UK Kitchens
Calacatta quartz worktops have become one of the most desirable kitchen surfaces in the UK because they combine the luxury...
Can You Put Hot Pans on Quartz? Everything You Need to Know
The short answer is no; you should never place hot pans on quartz worktops. While the natural stone is highly...
The 5 Most Popular Quartz Worktop Colours in the UK Right Now
When exploring the most popular quartz worktop colour trends in the UK right now—from stunning Calacatta quartz colours to textured...
Do Quartz Worktops Stain, Scratch or Crack Over Time?
Quartz worktops, particularly highly sought-after styles like White Quartz Colours, are widely considered one of the most durable kitchen surfaces...
Step-by-Step Guide: Quartz Worktop Installation from Template to Fit
What does a professional quartz worktop installation involve, especially when dealing with luxurious slabs from our Calacatta Quartz Colours range?...